Strawberry, Cucumber and Basil Salad

By Judy1

Serve as a side salad, starter, or snack.

Ingredients

• 4 cups hulled strawberries, quartered (1 pound)
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
• 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl, and toss gently to coat. Cover and chill for 1 hour.

Combine cucumbers and juice; toss to coat. Add cucumber mixture, salt, and pepper to strawberry mixture; toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.